Exercise Intervention to Improve Quality of Life in Patients With Colorectal Cancer
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study was to explore the 12-week effectiveness of home exercise intervention for colorectal cancer patients in improving fatigue, sleep, muscle endurance, and quality of life. A. Explore the effect of "12-week home exercise intervention" in improving the fatigue of colorectal cancer patients. B. Explore the effect of "12-week home exercise intervention" in improving the sleep quality of patients with colorectal cancer. C. Explore the effect of "12-week home exercise intervention" in improving the muscle endurance of patients with colorectal cancer. D. Explore the effect of "12-week home exercise intervention" in improving the quality of life of colorectal cancer patients.
Eligibility Criteria
A. Inclusion criteria 1. Above the age of 20, with colorectal cancer pathological stage in situ, I, II, and III. 2. Coherent, with no mental abnormalities. 3. Able to read Mandarin or communicate in Mandarin and Taiwanese to complete the questionnaire. 4. Provided informed consent. 5. No physical disabilities. B. Exclusion criteria 1. Acute inflammation of the limbs and joints. 2. Previous abdominal surgery within 3 months. 3. Symptomatic cardiovascular events. 4. Long-term anti-depressant drug use. 5. Unilateral restrictions of the upper or lower limbs. 6. History of medium- or high-intensity exercise for more than half a year. 7. Having colostoma or ileostoma.